The owner is soooo kind and told me he was impressed I was ordering this much just for myself, so…read morehe decided to gift me an Inca Kola, which is a sweet soft drink with a lemony flavor - similar to sprite but more concentrated. It was admittedly a little warm inside, maybe because the AC wasn't working. I got the lomo saltado, which reminded me of college days when my dining hall would serve this!! The beef was SO tender, and the fries help soak up the soy based sauce. I also loved the aji verde that comes with the fries - so fresh made with jalapeños, cilantro, and mayo! The portion was honestly huge!! I also got the ceviche, which came with hugeee chunks of fresh fish! There was also big pieces of Incan corn and fried corn!

PIKKITO--which means "little kiss" in Peruvian--was my first time seeking to eat at a restaurant…read moreattached to a gas station, which added a "wait, what?" moment. Upon entering, the first thing that hits: chickens on the rotisserie, and honestly, I haven't seen that since Boston Market a decade ago. I ordered at the counter, and a few minutes later the worker came by offering my dining partner and me chicken soup as a little extra gesture--hot, delicious, and very welcome. I had cilantro rice and black beans alongside my chicken, all perfectly done. The flavors here are solid and a great introduction for me to Peruvian cuisine. Why not five stars? The vibe is minimal and casual--gas station setting and all--so it's more functional than cozy or lively. Still, the food is excellent, and I'll absolutely be back for more.

Absolutely the best food in Madison area. Service is absolutely perfect and the place has a speak…read moreeasy feel. Quaint, exotic to a degree . I can't recommend this place enough , the soup is even trip worthy , and the entrees are top notch .

Serviceable is what comes to mind. We had appetizers and dessert at the bar with drinks…read more I wouldn't order a mixed drink here again. The drinks are not well crafted tempura were not. The Manhattan was served on the rocks and simply was rye poured out of the bottle into the glass with a splash of vermouth. The old fashioned prepared in the same way. Bourbon on the rocks with a splash of some sort of premade mix. Oysters were ok, a bit fishy smelling but we ate in the Midwest. Desserts were definitely the highlight although pretty small, not suitable for sharing.

Small place with a very busy kitchen. They also sell fresh food products and ingredients for ppl…read morewanting to cook at home. I'm partial toward the crab cakes though - especially since that's the only thing I've actually had here . They are BOMB! They guy behind the counter also put me on to the boom boom sauce and I'll never forget it. Can't wait to visit again.

The lake perch dinner is amazing! I always ask for two extra pieces because I eat at least two…read morepieces before I pull out of the parking lot! The staff are knowledgeable, personable and professional.

Had brunch on Saturday. The service was a bit slow. The food was excellent. I started with a…read moreCoopers Hawk Bloody Mary. It comes with a skewer that includes andouille sausage, cheese, shrimp, cucumber and olive with a beer chaser. I recommend you order it. For brunch we had the smoked brisket hash which comes with two sunny side up eggs and breakfast potatoes and the canoed bacon BLT which also comes with potatoes. Both were excellent and big enough to share. This is my new favorite brunch spot.

This is a chain restaurant but a great selection of wine and a fun ambiance. Food is good and so is…read morethe service. Nice spot for a mid week break.

We went here to celebrate our anniversary. The servers were amazing and they promptly seated up (we…read morehad a reservation). The setup is perfect for a special dinner with upscale type dining experience, but not quite extravagant style fine dining. The food selection on the menu was good. The quantity and quality of food served was top notch.

Otto's was such a wonderful experience! Almost seems like a supper club with a Mediterranean twist!…read more We were searching for a change from the typical downtown scene, and this was exactly what we were looking for. The restaurant is very unassuming but we are so happy we visited! We started with the Mediterranean platter and I will absolutely order this again because the whipped feta was amazing. Most entrees come with a salad or soup so we had the Cesar salad with ours. Dishes were perfect. Proteins were perfectly cooked and the lamb seemed very high quality. I also thought the portions were great for the price. The friendly vibe and incredible staff really put the finishing touches on an awesome night. We decided to sit on the patio and it was such a wonder summer night. Definitely make a reservation for weekends as it does seem to get busy.

This was one of the best dining experiences I have had in Madison!…read more Fantastic atmosphere Exceptional service Amazing food Highly accommodating for dietary needs They went above and beyond to make this a special occasion to celebrate my wife's birthday. Well worth every penny!!! The trumpet mushroom appetizer= chef kiss! I had no idea you could make mushrooms taste so absolutely delicious. I have been dreaming about them now for weeks. James Beard award winning chefs. Yeah, I can see why! Oh, I can't forget to mention the deviled eggs are simple but some of the best I have had. They are just done to perfection. Well done

Great experience - there were for of dining so we had two different past a dishes, swordfish, and…read morepork tenderloin... as well as several sides. This was by far one of the best fine-dining experiences I've had in Madison. The attention to detail from service to taster to presentation was outstanding. I'm generally hesitant to order swordfish in the Midwest, if even at all as if it's not properly prepared or fresh it can be off-putting. This was perfectly cooked, moist and tender. The bold flavors accompanying the fish were not at all overpowering, rather very much enhancing and complimentary. My understanding is they have a rotating menu and I look forward to my next visit.

Great customer service and food! We stopped here on a Sunday to have our anniversary dinner and…read morewe were very happy we did. The vibe here is intimate which is perfect for couples or groups celebrating a special event. There is a cool bar area where you can order fancy libations. As far as the food...everything tasted delicious and was well cooked. We ordered the calamari appetizer and we thought it was a 4/5. I am only docking a point because it was slightly too salty and some of the octopi were slightly overcooked/chewy. We had the soup of the day which was fantastic paired with bread. I ordered the lobster tail with the 6 oz filet mignon and both the lobster and filet were cooked to perfection!! Our sides were mashed potatoes and Brussel sprouts which tasted delicious. We also got a little surprise, we got dessert on the house. Overall, a great experience.

Another great happy hour! Our server Tanisa was so friendly, helpful, and fun. We tried the loaded…read morehash browns for the first time, and they were excellent. I got the happy hour steak salad. The meat and mushrooms portions were very fair for the price. The meat was cooked as ordered, but the marinade was very sweet and a few of the pieces were gristly. Other than that, everything was good. We love the round cozy booths by the bar.

Visited with my fiance a few weeks ago. Not great, not terrible. Okay food, okay service. Not worth…read morea detour but check it out if you're in the area

This cafe is located in my office building, and it's a great place to stop in for breakfast or…read morelunch during the work week. They have good breakfast, their tater tots are crispy and delicious. You can also get eggs, scramblers, waffles, and breakfast burritos on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Their lunch isn't anything to write home about, unless you get a slice of their chicken bacon ranch pizza every other Thursday. Overall I give it 4 stars. Staff is pretty friendly.